1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 594 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1977 Dodge Omni has manual transmission. 1977 Dodge Omni will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Omni |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
